Residents Share Views On School Bond Issue

March 27, 1986

An informal survey was conducted by the Osceola Sentinel Wednesday on the school bond issue. Here are some responses:

John Gard, owner of Silver and Stone Jewelers: ''I really haven't thought about it. I don't know if new schools are really needed. I'm still open to it. If new facilities are needed, it the bond issue would be fine.''

Fred Beighey, retiree: ''I would have to study the issue first, but I believe I would vote for a bond issue.''

Sandra Hall, manager of McCrory's Department Store: ''I have mixed feelings about this. It's a shame that the mobile home owners and renters who have kids in school don't pay taxes. The brunt of the burden is on middle-class homeowners and the elderly on fixed incomes. I'm in favor of new schools but I'm bitter'' about the tax structure.

Helen Harley, co-owner of Imagination Station: ''I prefer not to have property taxes raised. I think there are other ways, such as the lottery. I would not vote for a bond issue.''

Shawn Boessel, homeowner: ''Yes, I would vote for higher property taxes for new schools because my daughter will be going to school in a few years.''